WatchTower
News
Free · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Stay Alert with WatchTower – Live Safety Updates
WatchTower is your go-to safety app for Toronto. Get real-time alerts from Toronto Police and Fire Service.
From crimes and fires to natural disasters and protests, WatchTower keeps you updated on what’s happening nearby with instant alerts right on your device.
Whether you're at home, commuting, or out exploring the city, you’ll get notified about things like property crimes, collision , robberies, wildfires, and more — as they happen.
Heads up: WatchTower might alert you before police even arrive. It's all about helping you stay aware — use it wisely!
Why You'll Love It:
Instant Alerts: Get live updates on local crimes and emergencies from both the Toronto Police and Fire Service.
Missing Alerts: Help reunite lost pets or missing loved ones with their families.
Download WatchTower now — and feel safer, more aware, and connected to your city.
*** Important: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Toronto Police Service or Fire Services. Reports submitted through this app are not monitored by emergency services. For immediate assistance, contact 911 or your local authorities directly.
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Saved Locations
Save addresses like Home, Work, or your kids' school to receive safety alerts for those areas — even when you're not nearby. Manage your saved locations anytime from Settings.
Notification Preferences
Choose exactly which alert types you want to be notified about. Customize your notification settings per category directly from the app.
Public Alerts Feed
A dedicated tab now surfaces public safety alerts from official sources in your area, giving you a broader picture of what's happening beyond your immediate location.
Bug fixes and performance improvements.
The developer, Kenneth Tang, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Location
- Contact Info
- User Content
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Kenneth Tang
- Size
- 51.9 MB
- Category
- News
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17.6 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.6 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 14.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.3 or later.
- iPhone
- Location
- This app may use your location even when it isn’t open, which can decrease device battery life.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
13+
- 13+
- Infrequent
Realistic Violence
Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References
Contests
Contains
User-Generated Content
- Copyright
- © Kenenth Tang